"Amanda and Aaron Kopp’s debut feature is an innately collaborative effort, featuring the talents of story advisor Gcina Mhlophe and animator Shofela Coker. Mhlophe eschews the bleak orphan cliché, guiding the children through narratives that are distinctly their own and that reflect the breadth of their creativity. Live action footage and charismatic interviews set the stage, while Coker’s distinctive animation brings the children’s epic tale to life."